I’m always on the lookout for coverage of defensive gun uses by local media outlets, so when I ran across a story from KXAN-TV in Austin, Texas headlined “Austin woman chases intruder out of home during ‘terrifying’ invasion,” I was definitely intrigued. The story itself is less about that encounter, though, than the less-than-satisfying response the victim of the home invasion received when she called 911 to report an intruder. It was last fall when Shayla Worley woke up and realized a stranger was in her home. KXAN doesn’t even really describe what Worley did, other than…
This article was originally published by Willow Tohi at Natural News. Israel’s UN ambassador publicly accused France, China, and Pakistan of making secret payments to Iran for safe passage through the blockaded Strait of Hormuz. The accusations stem from reports that commercial vessels from these nations transited the strait despite Iran’s broader shipping restrictions. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint, handling approximately 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas. Iran has selectively allowed passage for some nations’ ships while maintaining a blockade against others, deepening geopolitical fractures. The confrontation at the UN highlights the escalating…
A while back I wrote a post about cooking without power which was really just a list of ways to heat up food–dutch oven, fireplace, grill, etc. But what if your food needs more than just heating? What if the power is out and you want to use the blender, the mixer, the toaster, the waffle maker, the coffee pot, or one of the many other kitchen appliances we tend to take for granted? Fortunately, there are many non-electric alternatives. I suggest you start replacing your kitchen appliances with non-power versions and learn to use them. This way, if the…
A short road trip from Old San Juan and the Metro Area drops you into Puerto Rico’s vibrant northern coast, where rugged limestone cliffs blanketed in lush green vegetation form a distinctive karst playground.Here, adventurers can chase waterfalls, scale rock faces, duck into caves, and surf powerful Atlantic breaks before winding down with island flavors and a well-earned rest. Let’s explore how you can “live Boricua” in the colorful northern region of Puerto Rico. Manatí’s aquamarine water and impressive rock formations are awe-inspiring. Manatí There’s so much more to do in Puerto Rico than bathe on the beach all day.…
It’s easy to look at the gun control laws passed in another state and think, “Well, at least it doesn’t impact me.” I vehemently oppose what’s happened in California over the years, just as I vehemently oppose what’s happened in Virginia in 2026, but since it doesn’t affect me here in Georgia, it’s easy to let it go when the dust settles. The problems really get started when those terrible ideas don’t stay put, but are instead pushed onto the rest of the nation.In other words, remember reading about all of those new Virginia gun…
Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More “How long have you had this sleeping bag?” My wife’s query was innocent enough. But I should have seen where it was going. “Oh man, more than 20 years!” I beamed. I’d bought the Marmot Pinnacle back when I worked at Midwest Mountaineering in the mid-’90s. It was one of my first real gear purchases, scrounged together by scrimping, saving, and eating ramen noodles during college. It turned out to be a spectacular investment. I’d spent hundreds of nights in that bag. I was…
More than two dozen dogs starved to death in a small Alaska town — and the surrounding community is demanding answers. The tragic incident occurred on a private property in Matanuska–Susitna Borough, near the town of Willow, Alaska. The borough encompasses a huge area just north of Anchorage, and even includes part of Denali National Park. It’s also an area with many professional and casual dog mushers. That community is accusing the borough’s animal control unit of gross negligence after more than two dozen sled dogs were left to die of starvation — despite repeated requests from the property’s neighbors to…
Guns are often perceived by many, including some gun people, as a masculine thing. Weapons tended to be the domain of the man, historically, so I kind of get it. However, guns are different because they are equalizers. Anyone can use one effectively, and that makes it ideal for women who want to protect themselves. Plus, frankly, everything else you can lawfully do with a gun is a lot of fun, too, and women like to have fun, just like we guys do.But, because of that perception, most of the gun community is still male.…
A Houston home invasion shooting this week ended with a suspect in the hospital after police say a homeowner opened fire during a forced break-in. According to reporting from KHOU 11, the incident unfolded around 2 a.m. on Truman Street in North Houston, beginning with a crash that quickly escalated into a home invasion. Police say the suspect first wrecked an SUV into a ditch, then jumped a fence and made his way to a nearby residence. What happened next is the kind of scenario every homeowner hopes they never face. Investigators say the suspect smashed a window on the…
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Capt. Douglas Whimpey, the commodore of First Naval Construction Regiment (1 NCR), was relieved of his duties on Friday, Jan. 23, becoming the first individual to lose such a position this year.He lost his role as commodore due to what the service attributed to the “loss of confidence in his ability to command,” according to a press release issued Saturday by Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Public Affairs and shared with Military.com.Whimpey, a Navy reservist from Utah, was relieved by Capt. Angel Santiago, commander of Naval Construction Group (NCG) 1, headquartered in Port Hueneme, California. Capt. Steven Sherman, incoming commodore for…
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At SHOT Show 2026, Arken Optics previewed the TL3000, a weapon-mounted laser rangefinder with integrated ballistic calculation and Bluetooth connectivity. The TL3000 is designed as a more accessible option in the WMLRF space, targeting a $600 price point and summer 2026 availability. Arken positions the TL3000 as a practical solution for shooters who want ranging, inclination correction, and ballistic data in a single unit without breaking the bank. Laser Rangefinding and Ballistic Features The TL3000’s operational parameters span from 5 to 3,000 yards. Once the shooter ranges a target, the onboard ballistic calculator provides elevation and windage holds based on…
I wrapped up Show 2026 at the Savage booth with a closer look at the Savage AC30 BOB suppressor. AC30 BOB stands for “Back Over Barrel,” and the name describes exactly how this suppressor approaches length reduction for suppressed hunting rifles. Back-Over-Barrel Design Explained The Savage AC30 BOB uses an over-barrel design to minimize added length. While the suppressor measures 8 inches overall, it only adds 4 inches to the rifle. Roughly half of the suppressor extends rearward over the barrel instead of forward past the muzzle. This layout targets shorter barrel applications where overall length matters. The threaded section…
When I was younger, I thought the UN had the potential to do a lot of good. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve recognized that it’s hard to have an entity accomplish anything when all the members are so different culturally that no one can agree on what is even acceptable. Bribery, for example, is common in much of the undeveloped world. It’s just assumed as the cost of doing business, and officials calculate that as part of their salary. No one seems to care. But we see it as a problem, one which can create…
The ZEV FDP Folding Defense Platform blends a folding 9mm chassis with ZEV internals in a compact defensive package built with Magpul. That folding design drives the story. ZEV and Magpul quietly worked on the FDP concept for more than a decade, with ZEV stepping in during the final development push. At SHOT Show 2026, the project finally enters production, with initial shipments now commencing. MSRP is set at $1,699. ZEV is releasing both a pistol and an SBR configuration. At launch, the SBR versions will hit first, followed by additional variants later. The FDP centers on a compact grip…
Midwest Industries’ Bounty Hunter series adds modular stocks, arm braces, and shell holders to large-frame revolvers, aiming to improve control and field versatility. A Modular System Built for Revolvers Midwest Industries designed the Bounty Hunter series as a patent-pending modular upgrade rather than a complete firearm. The system focuses on grips, a stock option, and an arm brace option. Shooters choose based on whether they want a traditional stock setup or a more compact brace configuration. Personally, I’d choose the pistol brace option to avoid the complicated paperwork or possible legal issues that arise from traveling with an SBR. The…
Canada’s gun “buyback” experience has now gone from bad to worse, drawing the attention of a top U.S. gun-rights organizations. Last year, the Canadian government added another 179 makes and models of firearms to the country’s banned “assault-style” firearms list. But as of late July, the government had only been able to collect less than 13,000 of the hundreds of thousands of guns it has banned possession of over the past several years. Not able to understand why gun owners wouldn’t just turn their guns in like good, obedient servants, the tone-deaf government even commissioned a study called “Understanding Firearms…
This article was originally published by Morgan S. Verity at Natural News. Introduction: A Critical Stand for Patient Choice and Natural Health For more than two centuries, homeopathic medicines have been a trusted, affordable pillar of natural healthcare for millions of American families [1]. This enduring system, built on safety and patient empowerment, now faces an existential threat from a federal agency that has abandoned its duty to protect the people. In December 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized guidance that radically reclassified all homeopathic medicines as ‘unapproved new drugs’ [2]. This bureaucratic maneuver created immediate legal jeopardy for…
